COLOR BLOCKING Punchy pops of highly-saturated color works well on the beach. This Motel 50s-style halter's black detail makes the pink stand out even more; $59.40 at asos.com.

Top swimwear trends for summer 2013

Updated May 21, 2013 11:35 AM

COLOR BLOCKING Punchy pops of highly-saturated color works well on the beach. This Motel 50s-style halter's black detail makes the pink stand out even more; $59.40 at asos.com. (Credit: asos.com)

We found the season's top swimsuits to take the stress out of your summer shopping. Whether you are traveling to a faraway destination for a little R&R or spending the day on one of Long Island's best beaches, take a look at this summer's hottest trends for women, men and children. -- Matthew T. Murray...

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We found the season's top swimsuits to take the stress out of your summer shopping. Whether you are traveling to a faraway destination for a little R&R or spending the day on one of Long Island's best beaches, take a look at this summer's hottest trends for women, men and children. -- Matthew T. Murray

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FRINGE Once reserved for cowboys in the faded glory of Western movies, fringe has now taken on a feminine flourish. This Empyre Girls itsy-bitsy bikini is made for an outdoor summer concert (with denim shorts, of course). The bikini top, $24.95, and bottom, $19.95, features a neon tribal print with monochromatic fringe overlay; at zumiez.com.

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A rainbow pattern gives life to the fringe trend on this bikini. Top, $13.80, bottom, $12.80, at forever21.com.

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If bikinis aren’t your thing, this acid-wash print suit is a quieter take on the fringe trend; $88 at pacsun.com.

BOLD COLORS A neon lime swimsuit with a retro feel combines something old with something radically new. This Topshop bikini top, $30, and high-waisted bikini pants, $20, are an inexpensive way to make a stylish statement this summer; at topshop.com.

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Flamingo pink brightens up this Old Navy bandeau suit; $29.94 at oldnavy.com.

This belted one-piece is a modern rendition of the iconic suit Marilyn Monroe once wore; $198 at shoshanna.com/shop.

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Monochromatic polka dots were the rage in the 1950s. Today, J. Crew is offering polka-dot numbers in a variety of colors and silhouettes. This dotty bikini top, $40, and bottom, $50, is great for women with curves; at jcrew.com.

This pin-up girl's nautical swimsuit is a fresh take on an old style; top, $13.80, and bottom, $12.80, at forever21.com.

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CROCHET Channeling the easy breezy vibe of 70s style icons, crochet is white hot right now. The subtle sex appeal of crochet makes it appropriate for women of any age. This Jets:Entice bikini is $631 at everythingbutwater.com.

This Becca Etc. by Rebecca Virtue crochet number is sleek and figure-flattering but still beachy; $114 at everythingbutwater.com

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Crochet swimwear doesn’t need to be limited to blacks and whites. This Missoni crochet-knit swimsuit is for fun-loving sun bathers only; $580 at netaporter.com.

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This BECCA by Rebecca Virtue swimsuit hides problem areas without going overboard on coverage. It gets rave reviews for its slimming fit and youthful energy; $128 at zappos.com.

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WILD PRINTS
Graphic prints ran wild on the spring 2013 runways. This trend has entered into the arena of swimwear, with popping prints adorning one-pieces and bikinis. This Motel bikini has a padded bandeau top and midi-brief bottoms; $70 at motelrocks.com.

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This Aeropostale bandeau top, $12, is a fun, tropical take on a floral print. Tone it down with a solid bottom in a turquoise or coral shade, or Aeropostale offers a matching bottom for head-to-toe fun, $12; at aeropostale.com.

For barbecues at the beach and 4th of July pool parties, this Bonobos suit is for the all-American guy; $75 at bonobos.com.

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FOR THE KIDS
Girls' and boys' swimwear is often even cooler than mom's and dad's, and fashion icon Diane von Furstenberg's designs for GapKids are no exception. This pink one-piece is adorned with cartoon-print zebras; $45 at gap.com.

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This Old Navy one-piece is ready for long days of building sand castles under the sun; $16.94 at oldnavy.com.